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Alonso warned he could 'mess things up' with Mbappe & Vini Jr

Ex-Spain boss Vicente del Bosque warns Xabi Alonso not to overwork Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr defensively, saying it could backfire at Real Madrid.

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Real boss Alonso to hold showdown talks with Vini Jr & Mbappe

Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso is reportedly set for “showdown” talks with Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior regarding their supposed lack of work rate.

PSG pummelling proved that Madrid are miles behind

The Spanish giants were played off the park in their Club World Cup semi-final, highlighting the gap between them and the European champions

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Alonso denies Rodrygo transfer rumors after benching him again

Xabi Alonso shuts down Rodrygo transfer rumours as the Real Madrid coach says benching the winger against Paris Saint-Germain was a tactical decision.

Alonso says Madrid a 'two-year project' after PSG demolition

Xabi Alonso insists Real Madrid’s rebuild will take time following his team's 4-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup on Wednesday.

'Painful defeat' - Alonso speaks out after PSG thrash Real Madrid

Xabi Alonso has admitted that Real Madrid face a major challenge to reach the level of Paris Saint-Germain after a humbling 4-0 defeat in the Club World Cup semi-final. The new Los Blancos boss described the loss as 'painful' and a clear wake-up call, vowing that the team must now begin a new era with 'fresh minds' and stronger unity ahead of next season.

Bellingham sends message to Alonso about Madrid role

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham is loving his new role at the club under Xabi Alonso as he can finally showcase his versatility at the centre of the park. The English midfielder is preparing to achieve a new landmark with Los Blancos when they take on European champions Paris Saint-Germain in the semi-finals of the Club World Cup.

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Madrid make Endrick decision amid fear of lack of playing time under Alonso

Real Madrid have apparently reached a decision on the immediate future of Endrick, who is yet to feature under new head coach Xabi Alonso.

Alonso gives update on Endrick's future amid Real Madrid exit talk

Xabi Alonso shared an update on Endrick's future at Real Madrid amid intensifying speculation over his role in the squad following the meteoric rise of Gonzalo Garcia during the Club World Cup. His sudden breakthrough has sparked discussions about whether he should remain with the first team into the new season—a decision that could complicate Endrick’s position in the squad, especially as the young Brazilian recovers from an injury.

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Alonso addresses Rodrygo's future at Real Madrid

Xabi Alonso spoke about Rodrygo's future at Real Madrid amid speculations that the Brazilian could move to Arsenal this summer. Rodrygo is currently in the US with the Los Blancos squad to compete in the FIFA Club World Cup but he has been strongly linked with a move away from Madrid this summer. Other than Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain are also interested in the attacker.

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Alonso makes shock decision on Rodrygo's Real Madrid future

Real Madrid and Xabi Alonso are open to Rodrygo leaving the club this summer, amid rumours of a switch to Arsenal.

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PSG plot bid for Real Madrid attacker amid struggle for minutes

Head coach Luis Enrique is pushing PSG to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, who has struggled for minutes under new manager Xabi Alonso.

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'More aggressive' - Alonso makes demand to Madrid full-backs

Xabi Alonso explained what he expects from his Real Madrid full-backs and also addressed one issue highlighted by his predecessor Carlo Ancelotti.

Alonso defends Alexander-Arnold and praises 'trademark' move

Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso was full of praise for new signing Trent Alexander-Arnold and urged everyone to be patient with him.

Mbappe is back! Real Madrid star in line for Club World Cup bow

Kylian Mbappe is back for Real Madrid after illness, with there a “big possibility” that he makes his FIFA Club World Cup bow against Juventus.

Carvajal ready to 'play anywhere' for Alonso

Dani Carvajal is ready to play in any position under new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso as the veteran Spanish full-back eyes a return to the Los Blancos squad after remaining sidelined with an ACL injury since last October. Carvajal rejoined Madrid training earlier this month and is now hopeful of getting game time under Alonso in the upcoming 2025-26 campaign.

Frequently asked questions

: Kylian Mbappe prefers to play on the left wing in attack, although he has been used as a striker in recent years, first by Didier Deschamps for France, then by his ex-boss Luis Enrique at his former club PSG, and now by Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid.
: Kylian Mbappe was born in the 19th arrondissement of Paris in France.
: Kylian Mbappe completed his much-anticipated move to Real Madrid in the summer of 2024 and chose to wear the No.9, previously worn by his former French national teammate and Real Madrid's second highest goalscorer of all-time, Karim Benzema.
: Kylian Mbappe stands at 1.78m (5ft 11in), with his height not regarded as one of his strengths.
: Kylian Mbappe weighs 75kg (165 lbs), making him one of the fastest footballers on the planet.
: In 2004, Kylian Mbappe joined AS Bondy, a club from Bondy, Seine-Saint-Denis, located in the northeastern suburbs of Paris, where he was raised as a child. He attended trials at clubs like Real Madrid and Chelsea, before eventually signing for Monaco's academy at the age of 14.
: No. Kylian Mbappe is yet to become a father.
: While Kylian Mbappe is known to keep his relationships away from the public eye, he is currently rumoured to be dating Belgian model Stephanie Rose Bertram. He is yet to get married, though.

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